Definitions of reception:

  • noun:   the act of receiving
  • noun:   (American football) the act of catching a pass in football
    Example: "The tight end made a great reception on the 20 yard line"
  • noun:   quality or fidelity of a received broadcast
  • noun:   the manner in which something is greeted
    Example: "She did not expect the cold reception she received from her superiors"
  • noun:   a formal party of people; as after a wedding